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YUL → TUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Canadian Maritimes, potential for Aurora Borealis sightings over the North Atlantic, and a scenic entry into the Mediterranean through European airspace.
Montreal & St. Lawrence
Dramatic views of Mount Royal and the widening St. Lawrence River shortly after takeoff from YUL.
Newfoundland Coast
The rugged, rocky coastline of Newfoundland and Labrador, often featuring icebergs in the spring months.
The Emerald Isle
First landfall over Europe typically reveals the jagged cliffs and lush green fields of Ireland's west coast.
French Landscapes
Views of the Normandy coastline and the sprawling urban lights of Paris if the flight path tracks northward.
Northern Lights
On overnight winter flights, the northern horizon often glows with the Aurora Borealis during the Atlantic crossing.
Gulf of Tunis
The final descent offers a panoramic view of the deep blue Mediterranean meeting the Tunisian coastline.
Book a window seat on the left (Port) side to maximize your chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis during the dark hours of the transatlantic crossing. As this is usually an overnight flight, the sunrise will illuminate the European coast just as you reach Ireland or France. Keep your camera ready for the final approach over the Mediterranean into Tunis.
Eastern Townships
Aerial perspective of the rolling hills and lakes of southern Quebec and the Atlantic provinces.
Atlantic Sunrise
Unobstructed views of the sun rising over the horizon during the mid-flight transition to morning.
Iberian Peninsula
Potential views of the Spanish coastline and the Balearic Sea if the route tracks more southerly.
Mediterranean Islands
Look for the islands of Mallorca or Sardinia appearing as jewels in the turquoise sea below.
Carthage Ruins
During the final approach, look down to see the historic archaeological site of Carthage and Sidi Bou Said.
The right (Starboard) side is the 'sunny' side for the latter half of the journey. Use the window shade strategically to avoid glare during the sunrise. This side is particularly rewarding during the final 20 minutes of flight, as the plane banks over the Gulf of Tunis, providing a bird's-eye view of the ancient ruins and the white-and-blue architecture of the coast.
Distance: 6,770 km (4,207 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 58 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Route Type: International
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